Tory MP arrest methods questioned

Mr Green said he was just doing his job and would do the same again

A review into the arrest of Conservative MP Damian Green has questioned the police methods used, the man in charge of the inquiry has said.

But Assistant Commissioner Bob Quick said he was pleased the review found the arrest and searches were "lawful".

Mr Green was arrested in November and his Commons office searched, as part of an inquiry into Home Office leaks.

MPs were angry police were allowed to search Parliament. British Transport Police reviewed the police inquiry.

BTP have now handed their findings to Scotland Yard.

Mr Quick, who headed up the investigation, said he welcomed assurances in the review that "the arrests and searches were lawful".

But he said: "[BTP Chief Constable Ian Johnston] He recognises that there are arguments, either way, regarding proportionality over the manner of arrest of a Member of Parliament but questions the method taken in this case.

"He also raises concerns as to whether elements of the investigative approach meet current policy and best practice. These issues will be carefully considered."